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Once a Chapter 7 bankruptcy is filed, all collection efforts and activities must stop because of the bankruptcy’s automatic stay. But, it’s important to know that the Chapter 7 automatic stay does not extend to your cosigners. Therefore, your creditors are free to pursue them in an effort to collect the debt. Fortunately, if you… Read More »

Bankruptcy cases are administered by trustees appointed by the Office of the U.S. trustee, which is part of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). Typically, the debtor never has to appear before a judge. So who is this trustee who will be overseeing your case and what are her or his duties? Chapter 7 trustees… Read More »

Filing for bankruptcy is very helpful for eliminating debt but it is also harmful to your credit. We explain to our clients that rebuilding good credit is important even though we encourage them to stay away from incurring new debt. Following are some of the ways you can rebuild your credit after bankruptcy: Pay your… Read More »

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Are you buried in debt? Are you constantly being harassed by creditors? Have you received a notice of foreclosure?

Filing for bankruptcy can help you put an end to all of these problems. At Jeff Field & Associates, our lawyers are dedicated to helping people stop the harassment and find relief from debt. Bankruptcy is our firm's only practic…

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